$12 Car Rental Granville Island

Once you've ticked off the terrific sights in Granville Island, there's a lot more to see in the region. Collect the keys to a rental car, stow your bags in the trunk and get out on the open road. We've come up with some drives we think you'll love:

• Victoria is around 60 miles from Granville Island. Notable tourist spots like British Columbia Parliament Building should be high on your list here.
• Located 40 miles away, Abbotsford is also popular with travelers. Be sure to get to Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre while you're in town. It's one of the reasons people love staying a while in this colorful city.
• Chesterman Beach is situated 130 miles from Granville Island and is one of the region's most scenic nature spots. Stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air.

If you don't possess a driver's license issued in Canada, then you might need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence to be allowed to rent a car. You should also be aware that if an IDP is required, it won't be valid on its own. You'll need to show your driver's license from your home country your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other requirements for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You must be at least 25 in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before sliding behind the wheel. Typically, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with a rental vehicle.